Mental Wellness Support Group

[Sibyl]

My memory is horrible, but I think I and most others tend to post in this thread when only we're feeling low.

I just wanted to post that I'm feeling encouraged by the recent upswing in my self-esteem and outlook, thanks largely to a good number of people on this site.

I still need a therapist, but a lot of the issues I have, in general, are slowly dissolving away.

 

[Butters]

My memory is horrible, but I think I and most others tend to post in this thread when only we're feeling low.

I just wanted to post that I'm feeling encouraged by the recent upswing in my self-esteem and outlook, thanks largely to a good number of people on this site.

I still need a therapist, but a lot of the issues I have, in general, are slowly dissolving away.

That’s great to hear. Glad you’re feeling more positive.

I too am on the up and it’s feels good. For me, it’s been about regaining a sense of purpose and direction, and perhaps more importantly, recognising that those who cause the greatest friction in my life don’t need my permission to go merrily fuck themselves, I no longer give a shit what they do. It’s quite a liberating outlook.

I also see the value in me.

 

[Sibyl]

That’s great to hear. Glad you’re feeling more positive.

I too am on the up and it’s feels good. For me, it’s been about regaining a sense of purpose and direction, and perhaps more importantly, recognising that those who cause the greatest friction in my life don’t need my permission to go merrily fuck themselves, I no longer give a shit what they do. It’s quite a liberating outlook.

I also see the value in me.

Many of the improvements in my outlook are based on exactly the same ideas.

 

[TribbleFeeder]

So my anti-psychotics make me tremor and have muscle stiffness. FYI sometimes it hurts to text or use the keyboard a lot, which is why my posts are usually small or delayed. I’m never consistent.

They prescribed me Cogentin, which is supposed to treat tremors and muscle stiffness.

I feel kind of high. Works though.

 

[Butters]

After a few solid days of industrial strength optimism, I ran out of medication and waited until after payday to buy more. The difference was painful. I went from whirlwind of enthusiasm with not enough hours in the day to complete all of the wonderful things I now fill my days with, to Eeyore. Moping round the house grumbling about how fed up I am.

I’m feeling better today though.

 

[Sibyl]

So my anti-psychotics make me tremor and have muscle stiffness. FYI sometimes it hurts to text or use the keyboard a lot, which is why my posts are usually small or delayed. I’m never consistent.

They prescribed me Cogentin, which is supposed to treat tremors and muscle stiffness.

I feel kind of high. Works though.

I was wondering why you'd been so quiet lately but I didn't want to push. I figured you were just working a lot.

After a few solid days of industrial strength optimism, I ran out of medication and waited until after payday to buy more. The difference was painful. I went from whirlwind of enthusiasm with not enough hours in the day to complete all of the wonderful things I now fill my days with, to Eeyore. Moping round the house grumbling about how fed up I am.

I’m feeling better today though.

Those lows...I hate them. Riding the highs can be such a great feeling and then...crash.

I'm glad you're both feeling better!

 

[Peach Wookiee]

Does anyone have to write letters to people to get their thoughts across because a live convo is too nerve-wracking?

 

[Sibyl]

Does anyone have to write letters to people to get their thoughts across because a live convo is too nerve-wracking?

Sometimes, especially if typing chatting. I prefer phone conversations, though.

 

[Peach Wookiee]

Sometimes, especially if typing chatting. I prefer phone conversations, though.

I need to tell my dad a few things and... it's hard! We're more alike in some ways, but we're much different in other ways. And I run more emotional. I don't want to start crying.

 

[Sibyl]

I need to tell my dad a few things and... it's hard! We're more alike in some ways, but we're much different in other ways. And I run more emotional. I don't want to start crying.

Understood. When you don't want emotions to take over sometimes it's a lot better to send a written message. I just realized that I do tend to do that with my mom.

I hope this goes well for you. (((HUGS)))

 

[Peach Wookiee]

(((HUGS BACK))) Thanks, Scribble.
I love my dad and I loved my mom, but communicating with at least one neurotypical parent can be frustrating. I wonder if my mom was as normal as she thought she was.

 

[KimMH]

Hugs, Peach. This sounds difficult for you and I hope it goes well for you.

 

[Butters]

My mental health has taken a nose dive in the last 24 hours. Don’t let the bastards grind you down. Easier said than done. A bit of civility and professionalism is clearly too much to ask of some. Why do I care, you might ask. That’s easy, it’s because I do. I care about people, their wellbeing and their feelings, and I’m not the centre of my own bubble of me-ness.

 

[Gary Mitchell]

My mental health has taken a nose dive in the last 24 hours. Don’t let the bastards grind you down. Easier said than done. A bit of civility and professionalism is clearly too much to ask of some. Why do I care, you might ask. That’s easy, it’s because I do. I care about people, their wellbeing and their feelings, and I’m not the centre of my own bubble of me-ness.

I hope things get better for you.

 

[Steven P Bastien]

... I care about people, their wellbeing and their feelings, and I’m not the centre of my own bubble of me-ness.

I care about people, their well-being and their feelings too, but often I need to be at the center of my own bubble of me-ness. Alternatively, I exit all bubbles and look down at the Earth dispassionately, which can help too. I find that the center of their own bubble of them-ness can be a very dangerous place.

 

[Sibyl]

I'm honestly beginning to wonder if maybe I shouldn't be institutionalized for my own good and for others'.

 

[Butters]

Sorry @Scribble Hope you’re feeling better.

As for me. It’s a beautiful day and I don’t have to go to work, I’m making good progress toward my eventual freelance life, but my heart is pounding like a war drum. Full on anxiety attack because I’m thinking about work. I’m beginning to think I may have fallen prey to a sociopath.

 

[KimMH]

^Whoa. I hope this is something you can extricate yourself from.

I'm honestly beginning to wonder if maybe I shouldn't be institutionalized for my own good and for others'.

I don’t know what to say to this. I’m hoping today is a better day for you. If you need semi-long term medical attention by all means treat yourself. You may need the concerted efforts of a medical team to help you through this difficult time. I’m sorry you are feeling this way and will be thinking of you.

 

[Butters]

I am working on it.

 

[Gary Mitchell]

I'm honestly beginning to wonder if maybe I shouldn't be institutionalized for my own good and for others'.

I hope today is a better day.